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Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29
Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29

Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen Begay ~ 29"x29" ~ 1970s -1980's

$ 171.6

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Modified Item: No
  • Origin: New Mexico
  • Condition: Used
  • Artisan: Helen Begay
  • Handmade: Yes
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Provenance: Ownership History Available
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Regional Design: Navajo

    Description

    Vintage Navajo 3 Figure Yei Rug by Helen T. Begay 1970s -1980's.
    Helen T. Begay is a member of the Begay family of rug weavers,
    which include Marie, Sandy, Alice and Margorie to name few!
    This rug was created in New Mexico and purchased
    in either the late 70's or early 80's
    in New Mexico. ~~~~~~~~~~~
    What is a Yei rug? “
    Yei
    ” (pronounced “yay”) is the Navajo name for the benevolent supernatural beings who bring their healing power to medicinal ceremonies still performed today. The
    Yei
    -be-chai
    rug
    portrays a line of dancers.
    In the picture you can see a section with variation of color in the body of the middle dancer. That is original and not a stain. Rug in like new condition, no moth holes or tears or spots.
    29" X 29". Picture is of Helen Begay with her nephew.
    Shipped with USPS Priority. 2 Lbs.